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Linesight names John Butler as chief executive officer

The construction consultancy's next phase of growth will be led by an internal appointee as it expands across 44 offices in 30 countries.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month

Software-as-a-Service

Salesforce adopts Legora to boost legal AI workflow

The rollout could speed research and drafting for in-house lawyers while easing pressure from rising regulation and contract volumes.

By Raphael Veloso • 4 min read • Last week

Hybrid Cloud

Fujitsu signs technology deal with Dyno Nobel worldwide

The agreement will simplify IT support for more than 4,700 employees across six continents, as Dyno Nobel overhauls ageing systems.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Digital Transformation

Kitestring & GK Software deepen retail tech partnership

Retailers facing costly store-system upgrades may see faster deployments as the tie-up aims to reduce risk before point-of-sale roll-outs begin.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month

Ransomware

Ransomware surges 600% as AI lowers cybercrime cost

Manufacturers, hospitals and service firms face escalating extortion threats as organised crime drives most attacks across Australasia.

By Raphael Veloso • 4 min read • Last week

Digital Transformation

Abbyy names Paula Sanders Chief Customer Experience Officer

The restructure aims to cut handoffs between sales, support and implementation as software buyers demand clearer ownership after purchase.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

Customer Relationship Management

La Fosse names new technology & transformation Chiefs

The hires are set to accelerate La Fosse's AI and overseas push, as the group expands leadership to support growth across four service lines.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Last month

Data Protection

Expleo names Martin Minnock as Head of Data Solutions

Rising demand for better data governance and AI readiness has prompted Expleo to bolster its advisory offer across banking, insurance and the public sector.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week

Stories from Other Regions

Professional services stories

Digital Transformation

Singapore Business Federation launches future-ready index

The new tool aims to help Singapore firms pinpoint gaps in transformation as costs rise, emissions pressures mount and technology shifts accelerate.

By Raphael Veloso • 5 min read • Last week

Data Protection

Comp AI raises USD $34 million to boost cybersecurity

The funding will help Comp AI expand into continuous monitoring and security testing as software firms face stronger pressure on controls.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month

Software-as-a-Service

One deal, too many tools: why deal workflows are consolidating

Fragmented deal processes are slowing completions and raising disclosure risks as advisors juggle multiple transactions across disconnected systems.

By Justin Smith • 5 min read • Last month

Document Management

Selling a business shouldn't mean drowning in documents

Hidden paperwork is slowing sales and creating deal risk, even as AI tools promise faster due diligence without exposing sensitive data.

By Justin Smith • 4 min read • Last month

Software-as-a-Service

Comp AI raises USD $34 million in Series A funding

The new capital will help the Miami-based firm expand beyond audit readiness as demand grows for continuous security checks across regulated industries.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Last month

Digital Transformation

Xero study says AI unlikely to cut Australian jobs

Most Australian accounting firms expect AI to reshape hiring and services, rather than reduce headcount, the Xero survey found.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Software-as-a-Service

Xapien raises USD $56 million to fuel US expansion

The cash will accelerate global hiring and deepen Xapien's US push, as half its revenue already comes from American clients.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month

Software-defined Networking

Aurora Networks launches 50G PON gear & DOCSIS amplifier

Operators can now mix GPON, XGS-PON and 50G PON on the same fibre as Aurora broadens its upgrade options for broadband networks.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month

Data Protection

Deloitte launches AI M&A platform used in 1,000 deals

Already in use across more than 1,000 engagements, the system aims to speed up diligence and integration while keeping deal data ringfenced.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month

Software-as-a-Service

Sabermine passes five million cases in under three years

Regulated firms are adopting its automation tools faster than many rivals, with the Manchester startup processing five million cases in under three years.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month